Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
muscosa
ID:
255785

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bremek.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Verh. Kon. Ned. Akad. Wetensch., Afd. Natuurk., Sect. 2 , 48(2): 210 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000255117

Common Names

  • Mossy Oldenlandia
  • Oldenlandia muscosa
  • Muscosa Oldenlandia

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Description

Oldenlandia muscosa (also called Mossy Oldenlandia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to India. It has a woody stem and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Oldenlandia muscosa is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and sore throat. It is also used as a diuretic and to treat skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oldenlandia muscosa has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oldenlandia muscosa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When sowing the seeds, it is best to use a seed starting mix and keep the soil moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Oldenlandia muscosa

Oldenlandia muscosa is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal. It can be found in moist forests, grasslands, and other disturbed habitats.

Oldenlandia muscosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oldenlandia muscosa?

Oldenlandia muscosa

What type of plant is Oldenlandia muscosa?

Herb

Where is Oldenlandia muscosa found?

India, Sri Lanka, China, and Thailand

Species in the Oldenlandia genus

Oldenlandia ascedens, Oldenlandia acicularis, Oldenlandia adscensionis, Oldenlandia aegialodes, Oldenlandia aemulans, Oldenlandia affinis, Oldenlandia apoensis, Oldenlandia arenarioides, Oldenlandia aretioides, Oldenlandia aridosa, Oldenlandia balfourii, Oldenlandia banksii, Oldenlandia bicornuta, Oldenlandia boscii, Oldenlandia brachypetala, Oldenlandia brachyphylla, Oldenlandia breviflora, Oldenlandia cana, Oldenlandia capensis, Oldenlandia capillipes, Oldenlandia capituligera, Oldenlandia chevalieri, Oldenlandia chiovendae, Oldenlandia ciliata, Oldenlandia ciliolata, Oldenlandia clausa, Oldenlandia comata, Oldenlandia contracta, Oldenlandia corymbosa, Oldenlandia cryptocarpa, Oldenlandia cyperoides, Oldenlandia debilis, Oldenlandia decipiens, Oldenlandia densiflora, Oldenlandia dinteri, Oldenlandia drymarioides, Oldenlandia duemmeri, Oldenlandia dusenii, Oldenlandia echinulosa, Oldenlandia erythraeoides, Oldenlandia fastigiata, Oldenlandia filicaulis, Oldenlandia filifolia, Oldenlandia flosculosa, Oldenlandia forcipitistipula, Oldenlandia friesiorum, Oldenlandia geophila, Oldenlandia grandis, Oldenlandia gregaria, Oldenlandia herbacea,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

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